Hazard Rating: 1/10 | Parking: Good + close | Faces: North East into Ralphs Bay | Length: 1.5 km
One of many ‘Shelly’ beaches in Tasmania. Shelly Beach is on the east side of Opossum Bay, opposite Mitchells Beach on the west. Access via Driftwood and Bangor Roads, ignore the sign saying no access to ‘Arm End’, this does not apply to the beach. Good parking at the beach but no facilities.
Well protected and not very well known. A tidal shallow beach with rocky outcrops, birdlife and of course… lots of shells (and seaweed), interesting to explore.
Dog-friendly and ideal for a long walk along a secluded beach. Also has a shore-based boat ramp.
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Hazard Rating: 2/10 | Parking: Good & close | from Hobart: 105 km | Faces: West into Crooked Billet Bay | Length: 3.5 km
Original Name: Turrakana, the homeland of the Pydairrerme (Tasman Peninsula’s Aboriginal people)
A beautiful sweeping beach facing west, ideal for kids due to its protection from the weather. Several entry points along its shore.
Nearby interesting areas to explore such as the coal mines and other historical sites. To get there – turn off at Premaydena, up Saltwater River Road and turn left at Gwandalan Road (about 10 km). The last part is on a good dirt road.
Named after the island to the northwest – Sloping Island (which has a sloping profile), it is also known as Slopen – the name of a farmer Joshua Slopen who had a farm in the area – as both names sound the same in Aussie vernacular no one can tell the difference – so who cares!
Often has great sunsets and there is camping at nearby Lime Bay. Also referred to Nettie Beach on Google Maps? Toilets at the south end.
Near: Bay of Fires & St Helens: |Hazard Rating: 5/10 | Parking: Okay |Faces: East into Tasman Sea | Length: 1.5 km
Swimcart Beach is a long sweeping beach north of St Helens & Binalong Bay and part of the Bay of Fires.
Pure white sand, beautiful crystal clear blue water and stunning rock formations often covered in a bright orange lichen.
Swimcart has north and south sections divided by Swimcart Lagoon which is often blocked from the sea.
Swimcart North extends 250m South of Old Man Rocks to Swimcart Lagoon and
Swimcart South goes south\south east for 1.2 km from Swimcart Lagoon to Round Hill Point.
A popular beach for camping, swimming, snorkeling and surf fishing. The beach sometimes has small surf with the occasional possibility of better waves. The beach can be potentially dangerous to swim at, so as usual, match you and your family’s swimming ability with the conditions.
There are great campsites for every type of vehicle – camper, caravan, motor home, tent etc… many sites are right on the beach. Camping is free with a maximum stay of 28 days. No water is available and fires are banned. The site is managed by Parks and Wildlife Service Tasmania.
Basic toilets including some wheelchair access. Entry is from two roads off Gardens Road, one to the south of the lagoon and the other to the north which shares its entry road with Cosy Corner.
Swimcart was named after an Aboriginal word that means ‘river with plenty of fish’.
Hazard Rating: 1/10 | Parking: Good + close | from Hobart: 90 km | Faces: Southeast-ish into Ladies Bay | Length: 500 m
Original Name: Turrakana, the homeland of the Pydairrerme (Tasman Peninsula’s Aboriginal people)
Stewarts Bay is located near Port Arthur between Garden and Fryingpan points. Well-protected, the beach is ideal for families and kids.
A must-visit if you are in the area, not usually too busy with great views. My friend Christine grew up here and describes it as a positive and pivotal part of growing up in the area. Alberry Creek enters into the bay for a safe paddling area. Access to the beach to launch small boats and kayaks, etc.
There is a park area for a picnic with nearby toilets.
